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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

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30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

The above numbered solicitation for Armed Security Guard Services, USACE, MVN, New Orleans, LA is amended to respond to contractor questions, attach the Past Performance Questionnaire, and revise the PWS as show n on the attached continuation pages.

The proposal due date and time w ill be established by amendment.

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

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(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W912P8-17-R-0033

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

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10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning 1 copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

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IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

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E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

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2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

05-Jan-2018

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USACE, CONTRACTING DIVISION

ATTN: CEMVN-CT, ROOM 172

7400 LEAKE AVE.

NEW ORLEANS LA 70118-3651

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SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

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AMENDMENT 0002

RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS RECEIVED

PROJECT: Armed Security Guard Services

SOLICITATION NUMBER: W912P8-17-R-0033

QUESTION 1) Will the contractor who is awarded this contract be required to honor the legacy employee’s tenure and grandfather their vacations based on their time of service?

RESPONSE: Yes, reference FAR Clause 52.222-17, Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers Under Service Contracts (29 CFR § 4.173).

QUESTION 2) What is the estimated weekly number of service hours per week?

RESPONSE: Refer to PWS 3.3.1.

QUESTION 3) Section 2.27.1 refers to AT Level One Training, which needs to be completed by all contractor employees within 30 days. How many hours does that training consist of and who conducts the training?

RESPONSE: Training is computer-based and government provided under this contract.

Length is no more than 0.5 hour.

QUESTION 4) Section 2.27.2 refers to OPSEC Training, which needs to be submitted by all contractor employees within 5 calendar days after completion of their training.

How many hours is that training?

RESPONSE: Training is computer-based and government provided under this contract.

Length is no more than 0.5 hour.

QUESTION 5) In Section 2.28.5 Other MVN Provided Training, it refers to additional training or conference attendance. Can you provide the estimated numbers of additional training hours outside of the 64 hours outlined in Basic and Annual Training Requirements and what the conference cost would be?

RESPONSE: Estimated between 12-14 hours.

QUESTION 6) In section 2.29.7 Common Access Card, is there a cost associated? If yes, what is that cost? What is the cost for a replacement?

RESPONSE: CAC is U.S. Government property. There is no cost for the card itself.

Refer to PWS 2.12 et al. for associated costs.

QUESTION 7) In section 2.31.2 Security Polo-Style Shirt, does the staff currently wear seasonal polo shirts that are short sleeve in the warmer months and long sleeve in the colder months?

RESPONSE: Not applicable to instant requirement / refer to PWS.

QUESTION 8) Due to ACA compliant medical benefit requirements, will this cost be inclusive in our hourly bill rates and is this acceptable?

RESPONSE: Medical benefits required by the Service Contract Act (SCA) should be included in the hourly billing rates submitted by the contractors.

QUESTION 9) Is there a CBA?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 10) Do security guards currently employed by the incumbent have the right of first refusal with regard to seeking employment with the awardee?

RESPONSE: Right of first refusal exists as stated in part 22.12 and 52.222-17.

QUESTION 11) What are the current wage rates and billing rates for the various positions in the solicitation?

RESPONSE: Refer to Solicitation for wage rates. The previous contract was awarded based on monthly services not billing rates for various positions.

QUESTION 12) Are there any requirements for radios or cell phones?

RESPONSE: Yes, refer to PWS 2.30.1 and 2.30.4.

QUESTION 13) Will paperless workforce management and tour confirmation cloud based technology be accepted in lieu of traditional pen and paper documentation?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 14) When is the start date for this contract?

RESPONSE: Refer to Solicitation.

QUESTION 15) Will there be any office space designated for the Program Manager and Training Manager?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 16) Does the incumbent use one FTE for both the PM & FTO?

RESPONSE: Not applicable to instant requirement / refer to PWS.

QUESTION 17) Are the PM & FTO currently located onsite?

RESPONSE: Not applicable to instant requirement / refer to PWS.

QUESTION 18) Is there a brand of uniform being utilized and if so what is it?

RESPONSE: Not applicable to instant requirement / refer to PWS.

QUESTION 19) Is the identified incumbent, Security Alliance of Florida, LLC, currently working onsite?

RESPONSE: Yes

QUESTION 20) When will the new contractor transition begin?

RESPONSE: Post award / Refer to PWS 10.0.

QUESTION 21) What type of contractor clearance is required?

RESPONSE: The type of clearance required is provided in the PWS.

QUESTION 22) Is there a Past Performance Questionnaire available to send to customers?

RESPONSE: Yes

QUESTION 23) Section L indicates completion of SF1449. An SF33 is included in the solicitation. Is the SF33 the correct document to complete for the Pricing Proposal?

RESPONSE: Yes. This typo will be corrected in the next amendment.

QUESTION 24) Would the government provide the incumbent’s initial hours bid and awarded?

RESPONSE: The previous contract was solicited/awarded on a monthly (not hourly) basis.

QUESTION 25) Would the government provide the current number of hours serviced weekly?

RESPONSE: 1,283.5 Total/169 IHNC/839 HQ/168 Venice/108 Outfall. These numbers have little bearing on the new contract as the manpower requirements and sites have been reduced.

QUESTION 26) What is the status and date of each incumbent employee’s required training?

RESPONSE: Proprietary information.

QUESTION 27) What is the current FTE staffing?

RESPONSE: Not applicable to the instance requirement. Contractor’s should refer to the current PWS in the solicitation.

QUESTION 28) Does the current incumbent employ a billable Administrative Assistant?

RESPONSE: No.

QUESTION 29) Is a Title Sheet and Cover Sheet the same document?

RESPONSE: The reference to a title sheet in Section L will be removed in the next amendment.

QUESTION 30) Does the government require a cross reference matrix? If yes, is this included in the page count?

RESPONSE: No. However, if you choose to include one with your proposal it will be included in the page count.

QUESTION 31) Should a glossary/acronym list be included? If yes, is this included in the page count?

RESPONSE: No. However, all acronyms will be clearly spelled out the first time used.

QUESTION 32) Should the Volumes be marked “Original” and “Copy” on the cover sheet/title page?

RESPONSE: Yes.

QUESTION 33) Are CLINs 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, & 0005 meant for the rolled-up, total cost of the sub-CLINs?

RESPONSE: Base CLINs 0001, 0002, 0003, 0004, & 0005 are “Informational” CLINS.

Your pricing information should be inserted in the sub-CLINs.

QUESTION 34) Is the ammunition ball or hollow point?

RESPONSE: Refer to PWS 2.34.2 Ammunition Type.

QUESTION 35) Would the government clarify the guard services tasks that may be required for natural disasters as identified in L.2.3 – Emergency Response Plan?

RESPONSE: Refer to PWS 3.7.6 and 3.7.8.

QUESTION 36) Regarding 10.0 Phase-In, how will a 15-day “over-the-shoulder” transition work in regard to new contract execution and pricing if it occurs prior to award?

RESPONSE: Will not occur prior to award.

QUESTION 37) PWS 2.4, Employment Conditions. Do hired incumbent personnel require the stated review and approval by the KO/CO/COR?

RESPONSE: Yes

QUESTION 38) PWS 2.12, Contractor Security Screening. Do hired incumbent personnel require any of the indicated screening?

RESPONSE: Yes

QUESTION 39) PWS 2.13, Physical Ability Test. Have incumbent personnel been required to pass the PAT, or is this a new requirement for this contract? Will incumbents be treated as “new hires” for this contract? If they have to take a PAT, will incumbents be allowed to receive waivers and/or use the alternate events specified in

AR 190-56?

RESPONSE: Yes. Review AR 190-56, Appendix D and PWS 2.13.

QUESTION 40) PWS 2.18, Medical Screening. Do hired incumbent personnel require the stated medical screening?

RESPONSE: Yes. Review PWS and AR 190-56, Appendix C.

QUESTION 41) PWS 2.23, Armed Support Services. Are incumbent personnel armed officers, or is this a new requirement for this contract?

RESPONSE: Not applicable to instant requirement / refer to PWS.

QUESTION 42) PWS 2.27, Mandatory Training. The PWS specifies in 2.26 a 64 hour Basic Security Guard training course. In 2.27 it provides a list of additional Mandatory Training, which will be “on the clock” for training hours. Please provide an estimate of the hours required for these courses.

RESPONSE: Estimated 12-14 hours.

QUESTION 44) PWS 2.28, Weapons Training, and Technical Exhibit 2. The PWS language states that “security guard personnel are required to qualify semiannually on their assigned weapons…” and that “…personnel will be required to conduct semi-annual familiarization fire with all weapons under this contract.” Technical Exhibit 2 lists the M9 Pistol (or presumably a suitable alternate per PWS 2.34.1), the M4 Carbine, and the 12 gauge shotgun. Are any guards assigned the M4 as their primary weapon?

Please verify that guards are required to qualify on the assigned pistol, and only conduct familiarization fire (not qualification) on the M4 and the shotgun.

RESPONSE: No, only one firearm is listed in PWS 2.34.1 Duty Firearm. There is no requirement under this contract for M4 or shotgun. No, PWS 2.28.1 Qualification and PWS 2.28.2 Familiarization are separate requirements and apply only to the Duty Firearm. Intention is to perform 4 separate firearms training events (2 familiarization / 2 qualifications) annually, with one event of each type semi-annually.

QUESTION 45) PWS 2.30.4, Cell phones. The PWS language states that it is “recommended” that every security guard have a cell phone while on duty. Are cell phones required to be contractor owned/provided, or is it permissible that personally-owned cell phones be used by officers in this capacity, with a stipend provided for business/official use? Either.

RESPONSE: Refer to PWS 2.30.4.

QUESTION 46) PWS 3.3, Basic Weekly Security Guard Shifts. Are there any limits on the length of a shift or the number of hours a security guard can work, in a 24 hours period, or a week? Specifically, may guards work 12 hour shifts with the required 30 minute guard mount as additional paid time on duty?

RESPONSE: Yes, refer to PWS 3.3.

QUESTION 47) PWS 3.3, Basic Weekly Security Guard Shifts. Will the government verify the total hours per week of security guard service required?

RESPONSE: No. We do not specify a shift length. There must be a specified # of guards present during business hours. How that is achieved is up to the Contractor.

QUESTION 48) PWS 3.3.2, IHNC Lock Facility. Are guards working at this facility required to have federal TWIC cards?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 49) 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions. Is there any Collective Bargaining Agreement or union presence associated with the current contract?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 50) 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions. Will the government provide a seniority list of incumbent personnel for use in determining vacation and other entitlements?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 51) 154230

PWS L.3.1, Past Performance Proposal Content. The second paragraph solicits descriptions of contracts “…performed or awarded in the past ten (10) years…” The third paragraph states that recent contracts are “…those that have been completed within the past five (5) years.” Paragraph M.3.1 then states that past performance information will be evaluated on “…work performed within the last TEN (10) YEARS…” Please confirm that we may submit past performance examples performed and/or completed within the past ten (10) years.

RESPONSE: Paragraph limits past performance to ten (10) years.

QUESTION 52) The GFE list included Motorola radios. Will the Contractor have to purchase an FCC license for the assigned frequency? Does the radio range reach from Urquhart Street to IHNC?

RESPONSE: FCC License not required. Radios reach IHNC.

QUESTION 53) Will the government provide sufficient radios to equip every CSG standing a post (one per post)? If yes, will the government clarify the recommendation to also provide a cell phone?

RESPONSE: Yes, radios are provided for and maintained by the Government. The Contractor must supply two (2) cell phones. Reference PWS 2.30.4.

QUESTION 54) Will the government provide the make and model of the current primary firearm on this contract?

RESPONSE: No.

QUESTION 55) The equipment is required to be of vinyl material. Will the government allow the Contractor to issue nylon material which is more durable and will maintain a professional looking appearance for a longer time?

RESPONSE: Yes. Reference PWS 2.37.

QUESTION 56) Will the government provide the training status of the current guard force? If no, will the government confirm that all of the current CSG’s and SSG’s are up to date on their training?

RESPONSE: No. No.

QUESTION 57) Will the government confirm that no CBA’s are presently in effect for this contract?

RESPONSE: Govt. confirms there is no CBA.

QUESTION 58) Will the government specify if gear up gear down is required? If yes, will the government provide the locker rooms or break rooms for gear up gear down to be completed? Does this include lockers for individual CSG’s?

RESPONSE: No. Exception is loading/unloading firearms at clearing barrel.

No locker room or lockers provided.

QUESTION 60) Will the government clarify that familiarization is a weapons firing with no scoring, or does the qualification meet both requirements?

RESPONSE: Yes. No, familiarization fire is separate requirement from Qualification fire.

Intent is to perform 4 separate (quarterly) firearms training events per year. Contractor may choose to conduct more than minimum Qualification events.

QUESTION 61) Does the government close their offices on Mardi Gras, and is Mardi Gras effectively an 11th holiday?

RESPONSE: In recent years Mardi Gras has been an administrative holiday for the MVN Headquarters building and field sites, but that determination has not been made for 2018 or future years. Regardless, some staffing is still required.

QUESTION 62) Will the government consider a longer Phase-In Period than 15 days for sizing, ordering, receiving and issuing uniforms and duty equipment? If no, will the government provide any days between notification of award selection and start of Phase-In?

RESPONSE: No. Negotiable upon award.

QUESTION 63) Does the government have a current Hurricane Ride Out Standard Operating Procedure? If yes, will this be provided to Contractors?

RESPONSE: Yes. Yes.

QUESTION 64) The government has provided an extraordinary allowance for past 10 years and past five contracts that limits other 8(a) small business competitors. The only 8(a) firms that could possibly have 10 years past performance are the Alaskan Native Corporations. Will the government consider reducing the Past Performance parameters to past three years and three past performance contracts to provide a level competition?

RESPONSE: Paragraph limits proof of past performance to no more than 10 years.

QUESTION 65) The government has several topics that are listed in multiple places (i.e.

Quality Control) in the RFP. Will the government permit bidders to use a hyper link function so we can address the items in the order stated by the government but not duplicate content by listing the text once and directing the government back to it with hyperlinks?

RESPONSE: No

QUESTION 66) Will the government clarify that guard mount will be conducted 30 minutes prior to shift change?

RESPONSE: 30-minute Guard Mount is required. Reference PWS 3.3.3.

Performance Based Work Statement (PWS) Security Guard Services for

US Army Corps of Engineers, Mississippi Valley, New Orleans District (USACE, MVN)

Section Topic

1.0 Introduction.

2.0 Personnel

3.0 Deliverables

4.0 Reimbursable Costs

5.0 Authority and Jurisdiction

6.0 Displays of Signs by the Contractor

7.0 Safety and Health

8.0 Permits and Responsibilities

9.0 Liability, Insurance and Controls

10.0 Phase-in Period

Appendix A. Index Appendix B. References

Technical Exhibit 1. Medical Screening Packet Technical Exhibit 2. Contractor Provided Basic Training Technical Exhibit 3. Morse Watchman Tour Stations Technical Exhibit 4. Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan

1.0 INTRODUCTION.

1.1 Organization. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has responsibility for investigating, developing and maintaining the nation’s water and related environmental resources; constructing and operating projects for navigation, flood control, major drainage, shore and beach restoration and protection, related hydro power development, water supply, water quality control, fish and wildlife conservation and enhancement, and outdoor recreation;

responding to emergency relief activities directed by other federal agencies; and administering laws for the protection and preservation of navigable waters, emergency flood control and shore protection.

The USACE – Mississippi Valley, New Orleans District (MVN) provides quality engineering and other professional products and services to develop and manage the Nation’s water resources needs in an economically and environmentally sustainable manner. Some of the services include providing for commercial navigation, reducing flood damages, protecting the environment, conducting emergency operations, producing hydroelectric power, providing recreational facilities, supplying water, and providing support for others. MVN requires a flexible contractual vehicle for Security Guard services in support of the Security and Law Enforcement Office mission to protect personnel and property in the MVN area of responsibility (AOR).

1.2 Responsible Organization.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District Security and Law Enforcement Office 7400 Leake Ave New Orleans, LA 70118

1.3 Background.

The MVN background, missions and site information is located at http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/

1.4 Performance Work Statement.

The contractor shall furnish all necessary labor, supervision, other items and services necessary to satisfactorily perform security guard services as defined in this PWS at the designated facilities within the MVN boundaries or area of responsibility (AOR). MVN’s AOR includes Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (IHNC) Lock, located 4635 Urquhart St., New Orleans, Louisiana; New Orleans District Headquarters which covers seven (7) acres and includes the following buildings: MVN-HQ Building, Mailroom, Shops, Warehouse, and Castle Kids Child Development Center, located at 7400 Leake Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana.

Contract will be for a period of five (5) years (1 Base period with 4 option periods). Base period services shall be for a one-year period upon award for 12 months, unless earlier terminated. If the option is exercised, the term of the Contract will be extended on a period by period basis and in accordance with the provisions of this contract.

Contractor shall be a registered security service company with the State of Louisiana prior to Contract award. Contractor’s Project Manager shall provide electronic response to MVN within sixty (60) minutes and physical response within two (2) hours.

The number of positions required may fluctuate to reflect changes in workforce over the life of this Contract.

The Contractor shall provide a qualified, trained workforce to include on-site supervision which is capable of performing all security guard services necessary to meet the mission requirements of MVN. The Contractor shall ensure that it has adequate back-up personnel to provide security guard services on a seven day (7) week, twenty-four (24) hour-a-day basis as described in this PWS. MVN’s Security and Law Enforcement Office is responsible for the security guard force mission requirements as follows:

“To protect Corps of Engineers personnel and the public from violence and threats of violence and to protect government assets from loss due to theft, vandalism, fraud, waste or abuse.”

http://www.mvn.usace.army.mil/

2.0 Personnel. The contractor shall provide adequate staffing and qualified personnel designated to fill the following positions:

2.1 Program Manager (PM): The Contractor, shall provide an experienced, competent and qualified PM who shall be responsible for overall Contractor employee performance. The PM shall have a minimum of 8 years of experience in law enforcement or military service, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role. The PM must be able to perform all security guard tasks, duties and requirements in addition to management and supervisory duties. PM may be physically located at the Contractor’s corporate headquarters or assigned at an alternate location, but must make routinely scheduled, in-person visits with the COR.

2.1.1. Field Training Officer (FTO): The Contractor, shall provide an experienced, qualified and competent FTO who shall act as the primary point of contact for all training matters relating to this Contract and coordinating routinely with MVN’s Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to ensure training is conducted in accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation AR 190-56.

The FTO may be physically located at the Contractor’s corporate headquarters or assigned at an alternate location, but must make routinely scheduled, in-person visits with the COR on training issues. The FTO shall have a minimum of 6 years of experience in law enforcement or military service and be fully qualified to teach/train and ensure that all tasks required under this Contract is achieved. NOTE: The PM and FTO can be combined into one position, as long as all qualifications and requirements of each position are met.

2.1.2. Designation of Management to the COR: The Contract PM and FTO shall be designated in writing to the Contracting Officer (KO) for approval by the COR prior to the Contract start date. The Contractor shall be responsible for all expenses associated with Contract management. A resume for both the PM and FTO with supporting certificates shall be presented along with the Contractor’s designation. The COR may decline the Contractor’s PM/FTO designee if the COR determines that any individual in question is not suitably experienced or has other background issues that may jeopardize life of personnel or property of MVN.

2.1.3. Availability of the Contract PM: The PM shall be available from 0800 to 1600 hours, Monday through Friday, except scheduled holidays, to report (physically and/or telephonically) to discuss security guard services, including problems and unusual circumstances, with the KO/COR upon request. If the PM is contacted by email or telephone, he/she shall respond to the email/call within one (1) hour.

2.1.4. Supervisory Shift Security Guards (SSSG): The shifts listed in Section 3.0 “Deliverables”, indicate that the SSSG are clearly identified as such from the other security guards for the benefit of MVN’s workforce. Generally the lead security guard; assists the Contractor’s PM in planning specific methods and procedures for the efficient accomplishment of assigned functions, accept regular and special work assignments to meet overall operations and varying and fluctuating workloads due to changes in the organizational element. The SSSG shall furnish advice and assistance on problem cases, instruct employees in new or improved methods and procedures, serve as a leader on a guard shift with overall responsibility in directing guard functions during assigned shift. The SSSG is engaged in protecting property, materials, and equipment as well as personnel against injury, damage, fire, theft and possible acts of violence, sabotage and espionage. SSSG shall perform guard duty during MVN’s duty and non-duty hours, responding to incidents of theft, burglary, or other criminal activity; controls access to the facility after hours and on weekends; stand guard duty; perform roving security patrols;

operate radios to pass and receive clear-cut information.

2.1.5. Contract Security Guards (CSG): The Contractor shall provide a skilled and professional work force to satisfactorily perform the services required by this Contract. The Contractor shall provide an adequately sized work force to provide armed security guard services as described in Section 3.0 “Deliverables” of the PWS.

2.2 Qualifications of Personnel.

2.2.1 General. The Contractor’s employees working on this Contract shall be able to perform, in their field, at a high level of performance at the commencement of their employment.

Contractor’s employees must have the education, training, certifications, and experience to perform the duties required, IAW Department of Defense (DoD)/Army Regulations and Programs. SSSG and CSG shall meet all requirements as established in AR 190-56, “The Army Civilian Police Officer and Security Guard Program”.

2.2.2. Contractor Responsibilities:

2.2.3. Instruct Contractor personnel on the purpose, standards, and procedures of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP), and on physical fitness and agility standards, IAW AR 190-56.

2.2.4. Instruct each employee that assignment to a security guard position is subject to the standards and procedures of the IRP.

2.2.5. Ensure that employees assigned, or to be assigned, to a security guard position have the required medical examinations and evaluations, IAW AR 190-56.

2.2.6. Provide for sufficient observation by Contractor supervisory personnel of employees assigned to security guard positions.

2.2.7. Give the results of a medical evaluation of any Contractor employees assigned, or to be assigned, to a security guard position to the MVN’s Certifying Official (CO), and promptly report any other data about employees that is relevant to assignment, retention, or disqualification under the IRP.

2.2.8. Assign to security guard positions only those employees who are found to be eligible based on the IRP and this PWS.

2.2.9. Promptly, on notice of information that is, or appears to be, reason for disqualification, temporarily remove an employee from a security guard position, and inform the COR promptly of the action and the reason.

2.2.10. Promptly inform the proper activities so that entry control and access lists may be updated to bar removed or disqualified personnel.

2.2.11. Immediately suspend an employee from a security guard position when the Contractor is informed that the employee has been temporarily removed from the IRP.

2.2.12. Remove the employee when informed that he or she is unacceptable because of failure to meet reliability standards and has been permanently disqualified.

2.3 MVN IRP Certifying Official: The Commander, MVN shall appoint a CO, IAW AR 190- 56 for this contract, to be determined at Contract award. The CO will review and approve all qualifications of each contracted security guard presented for employment by the Contractor.

The MVN IRP CO will periodically, not less than annually, review Contractor’s employee records.

2.4 Employment Conditions The Contractor shall employ and provide only properly trained and qualified individuals on this Contract. Only Contractor’s employees certified by the CO and approved by the KO, COR and CO and shall be assigned to work on this Contract.

Hiring actions by the Contractor, must be approved by the KO, COR and the CO prior to duty assignment. The hiring packet, provided to the COR for initial review, shall include the results of the pre-employment screening process (i.e. PAT, drug screening, medical evaluation, local law enforcement check, etc…), a resume’ with a brief synopsis of the applicant’s qualifications and employability under the terms of this Contract.

2.5 Personal Requirements: Basic character traits of honesty, courtesy, tact, cooperation, personal appearance and bearing are important factors required of all security guard personnel.

Personal qualities of good conduct and character, integrity, dependability and good mental and physical fitness also are required. All security guard personnel shall practice high standards of personal hygiene, maintain a clean, neat appearance and be easily recognized as Contractor employees.

2.6 Duty Station: All Contractor employees under this contract shall be based in and work out of the MVN-HQ Building and IHNC building located in New Orleans, LA. The PM and the FTO may be assigned at an alternate location.

2.7 Government Employees: The Contractor shall NOT employ any person who is a current employee of the United States Government.

2.8 Citizenship: The Contractor and employees of the Contractor are required to be citizens of the United States and must maintain such status during the duration of the Contract.

2.9. Inherently Governmental Functions: The Contractor employees shall NOT identify themselves as, nor will they make statements or take any actions which encourage or allow the assumption that they are government employees. Contractor employees will not sign government documents on behalf of, or in lieu of, government personnel or otherwise act in any manner prohibited by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

2.10. Conduct of Guards: All Contractor employees shall be physically and mentally able to perform their assigned duties. Contractor employees routinely deal with the public and shall be courteous, well mannered, and professional in their conduct, appearance and dress at all times.

The Contractor shall be responsible for any disciplinary actions taken against their employees.

2.11 Individual Reliability Program: All contracted security guards working for the Department of the Army shall meet the requirements of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) as established in AR 190-56, Chapter 3 for DA Civilian Police Officers and Security Guards.

Contractor compliance shall be in accordance with the standards contained in the most current version of the regulation.

2.11.1. Reliability Indicators: The Contractor shall evaluate the reliability and suitability for security guard personnel based on the following indicators: Social adjustment, emotional stability, and sound judgment in meeting adverse or emergency situations; dependability in accepting responsibility and properly performing duties and flexibility in adjusting to changes;

and demonstrating a positive attitude toward security guard duties. The Contractor shall submit a written report to the COR on the screening and evaluation results for all security guard personnel prior to their performance under this Contract.

2.12 Contractor Security Screening: The Contractor shall perform security screening checks at the Contractor's expense on all persons tentatively selected for appointment under this Contract. The Contractor’s security screenings shall include, as a minimum: checks with former employers, former supervisors, and personal references.

2.12.1. OPM Tier 3 (T3) Investigation: Contractor shall initiate an SF-86 for OPM Tier 3 (T3) Federal investigation on all persons appointed under this contract. Confirmation of an open investigation in JPAS/DISS is required prior to appointment.

2.12.2. A favorable final determination of an OPM Tier 3 (T3) Federal investigation is a mandatory minimum retention requirement for all persons appointed under this Contract.

2.12.3. Pre Screening with E-Verify: The Contractor must pre-screen candidates using the E-verify Program (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) website to meet the established employment eligibility requirements. The Contractor must ensure that the candidate has two valid forms of Government issued identification prior to enrollment to ensure the correct information is entered into the E-verify system. An initial list of verified/eligible candidates must be provided to the COR no later than 3 business days after the initial Contract award. This Form will be provided to the KO and shall become part of the official Contract file.

2.12.4. Local Criminal History and NCIC-III: The Contractor will conduct a check of arrest and criminal history records of the state(s) in which the prospective candidate applicant has resided during the most recent five (5) years through the state, county and local supporting law http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) enforcement agencies to include checks of the National Criminal Information Center (NCIC- III). The results of these checks will be provided to the MVN Security Manager. Unfavorable results of the local and NCIC-III checks may result in a declination of certification for the prospective candidate

2.13 Physical Ability Test (PAT): Prospective candidates must take a Physical Ability Test (PAT) IAW AR 190-56, in order to demonstrate that they are physically able to perform the essential functions of a security guard position prior to appointment. The Contractor will ensure that prospective candidate are made aware of the PAT as a condition of employment.

2.13.1. The PAT must be completed without waivers or alternate events for new hires. Use of alternate events must be in accordance with AR-190-56. No more than one temporary waiver, allowing for an alternate event will be accepted in a single year, the following PAT must meet the standard requirements unless permanent waivers for events are provided by medical experts.

The IPR CO will determine if a permanent waiver will affect the guard’s ability to perform duties on this Contact.

2.13.2. Contractor shall document and maintain record of compliance with Physical Agility Test (PAT) standards IAW AR-190-56 on DA Form 706, Army Physical Fitness Scorecard.

2.14 Adherence to Rules and Regulations: All security guard personnel assigned under this Contract shall be responsible for obeying all rules, regulations and policies of USACE,MVN.

This includes, but is not limited to, the "Inappropriate Use of the Internet", "Smoking In and Around Federal Buildings" and "Consideration of Others".

2.15 Guard Certifications and Licenses: For the purpose of performance under this Contract, the Contractor shall employ armed security guards who have been certified by the state in which they work. Additionally, the Contractor shall provide all necessary certifications and licenses for the FTO to allow for certification of the FTO by the KO as the recognized trainer for this Contract. It is required that the Contractor have the individual state licenses in place at the start of the Contract. Each person employed under this Contract will require a valid State-issued Armed Security Officer (Guard) Registration Card prior to appointment.

2.15.1 State Driver’s License: Each person appointed under this Contract shall possess and maintain a valid State-issued driver’s license.

2.16 Physical Standards: Security guards may work under trying conditions during emergency situations for hours without relief. Contractor employees shall be able to defend against terrorist or hostile actions upon MVN installations, properties and persons (loss of life or property). The Contractor shall provide evidence of completion of all physical and other training by each employee to ensure compliance with the terms of this Contract to the COR prior to each employee's performance under this Contract. The following physical and mental health requirements shall be met by all security guard personnel performing under this Contract:

2.16.1. Capacity to perform moderate to strenuous physical exertion.

2.16.2. 20/20 vision or correctable to 20/20.

2.16.3. Read typewritten material with or without glasses.

2.16.4. Ability to hear conversation with or without hearing aid(s).

2.16.5. Emotional and mental health stability.

2.17 Basic Security Guard Training: Training of all security guard personnel shall be accomplished prior to the assumption of duties under this Contract. The Contractor shall provide the initial training to all candidates selected at the start of the Contract, and all new employees hired thereafter during the course of this Contract. The Contractor will provide the COR with a completed Initial Training Record for each security guard, ensuring that the security guard has completed all subjects with a “GO” rating. The Initial Training Record is found in Technical Exhibit 2 to this Contract. Personnel from prior MVN Security Guard contracts who have a training record with recently conducted, required training may transfer the existing training record to the new Contractor but must receive refresher training within 90 days of award of this Contract. Any new hire security guards must receive a complete battery of training in accordance with AR 190-56 and Technical Exhibit 2 of this Contract.

2.18 Medical Screening and Evaluation Guidelines: Prior to being assigned to perform security guard duties, all Contractor personnel shall be required to undergo a medical examination at the Contractor’s expense to determine if they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. This requirement also applies to personnel currently employed in such positions and carried over from prior contractors.

Medical evaluations and screening shall be accomplished at the Contractor's expense by a Board Certified, competent, medical authority to ensure security guards meet the physical requirements and do not possess any disqualifying factors as noted in this PWS. Evidence of physical exams, urinalysis/blood tests and medical screening of security guard personnel shall be submitted to the IPR CO prior to commencement of this Contract, and then prior to performance by any new employee hired during the course of this Contract. The Contractor shall also advise the IPR CO of any prescribed medication that may detract from the individual's ability to perform assigned duties. When the IPR CO suspects there is a medical condition that has not been discovered or the medical finding is unclear, the IPR CO may request a specific medical release verifying the employee is physically fit for duty. Security guard personnel, who demonstrate a health danger to themselves or others, when placed in circumstances involving arduous physical exertion or a stressful situation shall be removed from performance under this Contract. A medical evaluation is intended to certify the individual is medically fit to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation; identify any health condition that may be substantially aggravated by the job; evaluate an individual’s health and fitness to take the PAT, identify individual cardiovascular risk factors, and provide advice and assistance in controlling risk factors including referral to the individual’s personal physician; and serve as a baseline for tracking health trends.

2.18.1. Medical Screening Packets: A copy of the essential functions for the position concerned and the medical evaluation guidelines (Packet available through IPR CO) will be provided by the PM or FTO to the examining physician and returned immediately to the IPR CO.

2.18.2. Medical Certification: To be assigned to perform security guard duties, security guard personnel must be medically certified as eligible and the results provided to the IPR CO.

2.18.3. Annual Medical Re-evaluation: The security guard personnel will be reevaluated annually at the Contractor’s expense, to determine their continued ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

2.18.4. Urinalysis: All Contractor employees working on this Contract shall be required to submit to a urinalysis/blood (chemical substance) test prior to performance under this Contract at Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall provide the results of these tests for each employee to the IRP CO prior to performance under this Contract. The Contractor, at Contractor’s expense, shall obtain a random chemical substance test on each employee annually thereafter and provided to the IRP CO. Random urine/blood (chemical substance) tests beyond the initial screening and annual tests will be paid for by the MVN upon notification to the Contractor by the COR.

2.19 Disqualification Factors: The following factors shall be grounds to disqualify any Contractor employee from performance under this Contract, unless overriding evidence of reliable duty performance exists:

2.19.1. Drug Screening: Inability to pass or refusal to submit to a urinalysis/blood (chemical substance) test as required under this Contract;

2.19.2. Alcohol or Drug Dependency: Any possession, use, or distribution of alcohol or drugs that adversely affects reliability or job performance. Persons medically diagnosed as alcohol or drug dependent shall not be selected for or retained in a security guard position; other instances of substance abuse shall be evaluated by the IRP CO on a case-by-case basis. Those persons disqualified for substance abuse are not eligible for requalification until evidence of satisfactory completion of an alcohol and drug abuse prevention and control program, as outlined in AR 600-

85. Expenses incurred for any rehabilitation program or services are at Contractor’s expense

2.19.3. Ability to Perform: Any significant physical or mental condition, substantiated by competent medical authority, that may impair the individual's ability to perform assigned duties of this Contract, or any character trait or aberrant behavior that the IRP CO thinks is prejudicial to reliable performance of the duties of the particular security guard position;

2.19.4. Court-martial; civil convictions of a serious nature, or equivalent actions; or a pattern of behavior or actions reasonably indicative of a contemptuous attitude toward the law or other duly constituted authority;

2.19.5. IRP Deficiency: An unfavorable assessment under the IRP as described in this PWS as;

(a) Harmful, derogatory, or other adverse information, as discovered by the security screening and IRP certifications or other means, including public intoxication, possession of drugs, bad checks, house breaking, larceny, receipt of stolen property, battery, fraud, and other similar charges.

(b) Neglect of Duties shall not be condoned. This includes sleeping on duty, unreasonable delays or failures to carry out assigned tasks, conducting personal affairs during duty hours, and refusing to render assistance or cooperate in upholding the integrity of the work site security.

(c) Disorderly conduct. Use of abusive or offensive language, quarreling, intimidation by words, actions, or fighting shall not be condoned. Also included is participation in disruptive activities, which interfere with normal and efficient Government operations.

(d) Negligence or delinquency in performance of duty, refusal to obey the rules and regulations of MVN, or other violation of MVN’s guard post orders or ethical standards.

2.20 Dismissal from Service: The KO may require removal from the work site, Contractor employees which he/she deems incompetent, careless, insubordinate, unsuitable or otherwise objectionable, or whose continued employment at MVN he/she deems contrary to the public interest or inconsistent with MVN’s best interests and mission. Removal of security guard may occur during shift hours and shall not continue performance on this Contract. Refilling of positions shall be immediate and at no additional cost to the MVN.

2.21 Employment Suitability and Qualifications: Prior to assignment to perform the security guard duties under this Contract, the individual shall meet the following suitability criteria:

2.21.1. CSG: Must possess a high school diploma or GED and have two years of armed security experience, or two years of military service, or two years of physical security specialized training.

2.21.2. The skills necessary to deal with the general public;

2.21.3. The ability to read, write, and speak English;

2.21.4. The ability to read, understand and apply rules, detailed orders, instructions and training material;

2.21.5. The ability to maintain poise and self-control under stress;

2.21.6. The ability to compose clear and concise, accurate and truthful detailed reports.

2.21.7. The ability to take charge and make decisions in situations where assistance from another source cannot be obtained, and then to take responsibility for those decisions and explain in writing based on his or her decision.

2.21.8. SSSG: Must have successfully completed at least two years of college level studies in force protection (security or law enforcement) or a minimum of five years of armed supervisory experience in force protection (security or law enforcement). At least three of the five years’ experience must have been in a field supervisory position (civilian law enforcement, military law enforcement/security). Additionally, SSSG must be:

2.21.9. Individuals of integrity who display a mature attitude and exercise good judgment under stress;

2.21.10. Possess all the skills and abilities required for CSG

2.2.7.c. All security guard personnel must:

2.21.11. Have no felony convictions and no convictions that reflect on the individual’s reliability.

2.21.12. Be a minimum of 23 years of age or older or be an honorably discharged veteran;

2.21.13. Have no domestic violence convictions after 1 October 1996 in accordance with the Lautenberg Amendment;

2.21.14. Meet, and continue to meet, the minimum standards for weapons qualifications as outlined in this PWS (IAW Army Regulations) and as required by the State of Louisiana Board of Private Security Examiners annually;

2.21.15. Have successfully completed all training and certification requirements established by the State of Louisiana for receiving and maintaining a State of Louisiana Private Officer Commission;

2.21.16. Have on their person the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners Card at all times while performing duties under this Contract;

2.21.17. Not be in possession of any weapon other than that issued for duty purposes under this Contract.

2.21.18. The Contractor shall certify and report in written form that the employee has successfully completed all criteria outlined in this Contract. In addition to any other documents required by this Contract, the Contractor shall provide the following for review by the COR:

2.21.19. Completed Standard Form SF 86 to be completed in the Personnel Security Investigation Portal (PSIP) system;

2.21.20. Local records criminal background check for the past five years in the parish in which Contractor employee resides.

2.22 Identity Documents: All Contractor personnel must provide at least two forms of Government issued identification as follows:

2.22.1. Original or Certified copy of birth certificate;

2.22.2. US Passport.

2.22.3. Certificate of naturalization with seal.

2.22.4. Record of Military Service (DD 214) (if applicable).

2.23 Armed Support Services: The Contractor will ensure that any personnel armed under this Contract for security support functions will meet the eligibility requirements of AR 190-56, “Army Civilian Police Officer and Security Guard Program”, AR 190-14, “Carrying of Firearms and Use of Force for Law Enforcement and Security Duties.”

2.23.1. Gun Control Act: Ensure that all personnel, before being authorized to carry firearms, have been…